MAKIN Advisory, founded by Sam Makin, is a commercial law firm providing clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice to individuals and businesses. We act for clients ranging from individuals and emerging businesses through to established companies and some of Australia’s largest online and retail businesses. Our core areas of practice are commercial law, employment law, intellectual property, and retail and commercial leasing. We regularly advise on commercial contracts and negotiations, business structuring, workplace and employment matters, trademarks and brand protection, intellectual property, and leasing. We understand that legal advice needs to make sense commercially. Our approach is to cut through unnecessary complexity, explain legal risks in practical terms and work closely with our clients to achieve their objectives. Clear advice. Commercial thinking. Practical outcomes.
MAKIN Advisory provides practical, commercially focused legal advice to individuals, SMEs and some of Australia’s biggest brands. We advise on, draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, sponsorship and ambassador agreements, athlete agreements, licensing arrangements, employment and contractor agreements, leases and other business contracts. Our approach is straightforward. We translate complex contracts and legal issues into clear, practical advice so our clients understand exactly what they are agreeing to, where the risks lie and what matters commercially. We don't get bogged down in unnecessary legal jargon. We take the time to understand the bigger picture, what our clients are trying to achieve and how the legal position fits within their broader commercial objectives. Whether you are entering into a new agreement, negotiating a deal or simply want to understand your legal position before signing, our focus is on protecting your interests while helping you get the deal done.
MAKIN Advisory helps businesses, founders and individuals protect and commercialise their intellectual property. We advise clients on identifying and protecting valuable intellectual property, with a particular focus on trade marks, brand protection, intellectual property ownership and the commercial agreements that govern how IP can be used. Our work includes trade mark searches, advice and applications, IP ownership and protection strategies, licensing agreements, commercialisation arrangements, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, and intellectual property provisions within shareholder, contractor, employment, sponsorship and other commercial agreements. We understand that intellectual property is often one of a business's most valuable assets. Our focus is not simply on registering or documenting IP, but understanding how it fits within the broader business and ensuring it is properly protected as the business grows. Whether you are launching a new brand, protecting an existing business, developing a new product or entering into an agreement involving your intellectual property, we provide clear, practical advice designed to protect what you have created and preserve its commercial value.
MAKIN Advisory provides practical, strategic employment law advice to employers and employees across Australia. We advise on all aspects of the employment relationship, from preparing employment contracts and workplace policies through to complex workplace disputes, terminations and Fair Work proceedings. For employers, we provide advice on employment contracts, Modern Award interpretation and compliance, performance management, workplace investigations, disciplinary processes, redundancies, terminations, workplace policies and managing difficult employee issues. For employees, we advise on employment contracts, workplace rights, performance and disciplinary processes, redundancies, terminations, unfair dismissal, general protections claims and other workplace disputes. Because we act for both employers and employees, we understand how employment issues are approached from both sides and provide practical advice focused on achieving the best commercial outcome. Employment issues often require quick decisions. Our approach is direct, responsive and easy to understand. We explain your legal position, identify the risks and provide a clear strategy for what to do next — without unnecessary legal jargon.
MAKIN Advisory advises businesses, landlords and tenants on commercial and retail leasing matters. We assist clients with the review, drafting and negotiation of leases, lease renewals, extensions, assignments and variations, as well as advising on disputes and issues that arise throughout the life of a lease. For tenants, we focus on ensuring you understand exactly what you are committing to before signing — including rent and rent reviews, outgoings, make-good obligations, guarantees, options, permitted use, fit-out requirements, relocation and demolition provisions, and other key commercial risks. For landlords, we assist with preparing and negotiating lease documentation, protecting the landlord's commercial position and ensuring appropriate rights and protections are incorporated into the agreement. We understand that a lease is more than a legal document — it can be a significant long-term financial commitment and an important part of the operation and value of a business. Our approach is commercial and straightforward. We translate complex lease provisions into plain English, identify the issues that actually matter and provide practical advice so our clients can make informed decisions and negotiate from a stronger position.
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